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6. Applicants must sign Form 2136-EE if they choose to receive a SSG Payment in

lieu of ongoing TANF.

7. Supervisor approval is required for all SSG payment approvals.

1020.1.5

Payment Determination

Based on the assessment the case manager and family make about the family’s situation, the case manager and applicant will determine the amount of assistance needed. Together they will identify an adequate and reasonable amount of payment needed to resolve the situation and prevent a future need for TANF assistance. Document in the case record how the amount of SSG payment was determined. The case manager will strive to provide the most cost-effective, appropriate solution to the applicant’s needs. Consider the family’s current income and resources when determining the amount of the SSG payment.

The payment will be the amount necessary to resolve the crisis unless there is a compelling need for additional monies as determined by the supervisor and office manager.

1020.1.6

Payment Authorization

Procedures for issuance of the payment are as follows:

 The case manager must request supervisory approval for all payments.  If the family requires an amount in excess of $1,000, fully document the

circumstances to the office manager for approval.

1020.1.7

Time Limits and Period of Ineligibility

1. If a family receives an SSG payment, determine the number of months the household will be ineligible for any TANF cash assistance by dividing the SSG payment by the maximum TANF grant for the family size at the time of payment. Any part of a month counts as a full month. The ineligible period begins the month SSG is authorized. Applicants may receive TANF prior to the end of the ineligible period if a hardship exists.

2. The number of months covered by a SSG payment do not count as time limit months toward the Nevada 24-month time limit or the 60-month lifetime limit.

1020.1.8

Hardship

A family that has received a SSG payment may qualify for TANF prior to the end of the ineligible period if a hardship exists which causes the caregiver to lose the ability to support the family such as, but not limited to:

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